dilemma
nounA difficult situation requiring a choice between unsatisfactory alternatives.
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Clear all filtersA difficult situation requiring a choice between unsatisfactory alternatives.
A difficult or awkward situation.
A state of uncertainty about what to do or which choice to make.
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